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Shawn Michaels is reportedly returning to the ring after eight long years, and the fans could not be more excited. The Heart Break Kid, one of the greatest performers to have graced the WWE ring, retired after losing a Career vs Streak match at WrestleMania 26 against The Undertaker.
Rumors of him teaming up with Triple H against The Brothers of Destruction are making the rounds in wrestling circles.
Shawn Michaels is arguably the greatest in-ring performer in WWE, having produced some stellar encounters with the best of WWE. He featured in the first ever Hell in a Cell match, and produced a five-star encounter. He was also involved in one of the saddest tag team breakups, when he betrayed Marty Jannetty.
The charisma, the aura, and the talent of The Heart Break Kid is too good to ignore, and with him possibly returning to in-ring action, it raises the possibility of several dream matches.
#5 Shawn Michaels vs Dolph Ziggler
Although this match is not the most star-studded encounter, it could be a terrific battle between two amazing individuals. Ever since HBK retired, Dolph Ziggler has been termed as the second coming of Michaels. The tights, the long flowing hair, the finisher, everything Dolph does mirrors Shawn Michaels.
Michaels in his prime vs Dolph Ziggler would be a five-star classic for sure, but at this point it won't be the same. Michaels isn't the same individual anymore, but could still recreate some of the magic we are used to seeing from him.
Ziggler for all his problems is one heck of an in-ring performer, and can extract a great match from almost anyone. Him going one-on-one against his "inspiration" could be a delight!
#4 Shawn Michaels vs Seth Rollins
Shawn Michaels of the mid 90s and Seth Rollins' heel persona from 2015 are carbon copies of each other! Both made the singles division their own, and produced matches of exceptional quality.
Seth Rollins has gone on to become one of the finest superstars in WWE today, and a match against the Heart Break Kid himself will make the fans go crazy in anticipation.
Seth Rollins struggled to find his feet after turning face in 2016, but has since become one of the pillars of RAW's men division. His matches with Ziggler, The Miz and Balor throughout the year have captivated audiences worldwide, and fans are asking for a championship run for him!
Two brilliant individuals, one squared circle! A match for the ages!
#3 Shawn Michaels vs Johnny Gargano
Two fan favourites from two completely different eras, but reminiscent of each other, Michaels and Gargano is a once in a lifetime match-up which will tear the house down.
Johnny Gargano has had a stellar 2018. He started off the year producing a five-star match in WWE, the first in seven years, and followed it up with yet another one vs his arch nemesis Ciampa.
Shawn Michaels produced several five-star encounters during his first stint in WWE, facing the likes of Razor Ramon, Bret Hart, and The Undertaker. Michaels and Gargano are quite similar performers, and are massive crowd favorites.
A pretty left-field choice, but could still be a major possibility. Gargano is a star waiting to happen, and this might help him shoot straight into the hearts of the audiences.
#2 Daniel Bryan vs Shawn Michaels
Daniel Bryan debuted in 2010, Shawn Michaels retired in 2010. The thought of this two going face to face with each other back then would have made any wrestling fan go crazy. However, they never crossed paths in WWE. They were two of the best performers in pro wrestling during the 2000s, and a match between them could be a money maker.
Bryan's stardom has elevated to unforeseen levels. Him facing off against the Heart Break Kid will make fans of all generations sit up and take notice. Daniel Bryan is a performer who can produce great matches with a plethora of superstars, and Bryan vs HBK will be a delightful opportunity.
#1 Shawn Michaels vs AJ Styles
A match which has been rumoured for almost three years now, Michaels vs AJ Styles will be a match for the ages. Michaels coming out of retirement to face AJ Styles at Royal Rumble 2017 was heavily rumoured, with WWE even posting a poster featuring these two superstars. However, nothing came of it, and AJ went on to have a match against John Cena.
AJ Styles is WWE Champion once again, and has faced the likes of Brock Lesnar, Shane McMahon, and John Cena. He has rarely disappointed, and a match with Shawn Michaels will be something special!
Even HBK acknowledged that a match against Styles would be a brilliant prospect, at a Table of 3 episode last year.
